The document explains how model transformations work by taking natural language statements and converting them into conceptual models through a multi-step process including grouping related concepts, assigning them lexical codes, and reducing the model. It then notes that CaseTalk, the software being demonstrated, allows configurable transformations, generates output in multiple formats including XML Schema and SQL, validates models with rules, and exports data in common formats like CSV and SQL.

1. CaseTalk
Transformations
Model Transformation Explained

2. Language to Model
"Student Peter Johnson lives in New York."

3. Conceptual Model

4. Grouping
Apprenticeship City City
Cityname
Apprenticeship
Apprenticeship Code

5. Lexicalise
Cityname
Apprenticeship
Apprenticeship Code
Description
City

6. Reduce
Cityname
Apprenticeship
Apprenticeship Code
Description
City

7. Resulting Model

9. CaseTalk Features
• Configurable transformations
• Generate XML Schema, SQL DDL, etc..
• Visual output as UML Class and ER Diagrams
• Validate with expressions and verbalized rules
• Export using CSV, SQL, PowerDesigner, etc..

10. www.casetalk.com